The salary statistics and trend of animal trainers in the industry of independent artists, writers, and performers are shown in the following tables and chart. In Table 3 we compare animal trainer salaries in different industries within the arts, entertainment, and recreation sector.
| Percentile Bracket | Average Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th Percentile Wage | $20,820 |
| 25th Percentile Wage | $23,590 |
| 50th Percentile Wage | $30,040 |
| 75th Percentile Wage | $41,690 |
| 90th Percentile Wage | $52,750 |
Table 1 shows the average annual salaries for animal trainers in the industry of independent artists, writers, and performers. The salaries are shown in 5 percentile scales. The average annual salary for the 90th percentile (the top 10 percent of the highest paid) animal trainers is $52,750. The median annual salary (50th percentile) is $30,040. The average annual salary for the bottom 10 percent animal trainers is $20,820.
The table and chart below show the trend of the median salary of animal trainers in the industry of Independent Artists, Writers, and Performers from 2012 to 2016.
| Year | Median Salary | Yearly Growth | 4-Year Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | $30,040 | 11.52% | -98.77% |
| 2015 | $26,580 | -8.92% | - |
| 2014 | $28,950 | -130.60% | - |
| 2013 | $66,760 | 10.56% | - |
| 2012 | $59,710 | - | - |
The average salaries of animal trainers in five industries within the arts, entertainment, and recreation sector are shown in Table 3. For salary information of animal trainers in a specific industry, use the links in the table.
| Industry | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Gambling Industries | |
| Promoters of Performing Arts, Sports, and Similar Events | |
| Independent Artists, Writers, and Performers | |
| Theater Companies and Dinner Theaters | |
| Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers | |
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